Superior Donuts
Overview
Arthur, a cantankerous donut shop owner, navigates the challenges of his small business amidst a rapidly changing Chicago neighborhood. His dynamic with Franco, a spirited and ambitious new hire, brings both tension and camaraderie as they work together to keep the shop afloat. Meanwhile, the loyal customers add depth to the narrative, showcasing the blend of humor and heart in their interactions. Superior Donuts captures the essence of community and the struggles of maintaining tradition in an evolving urban landscape.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
Arthur is adamant about not selling trendy items like cronuts and macchiatos, nor does he want to update his old-fashioned shop, which has remained un...
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2
What’s the Big Idea?
Franco's innovative donut flavors skyrocket in popularity, prompting Arthur to prove his worth by inventing a distinctive flavor of his own. Meanwhile...
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3
Crime Time
After Fawz’s dry-cleaning shop is held up, Franco urges Arthur to bolster his security measures. However, he grows uneasy when Arthur decides to pur...
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4
Trust Me
Arthur hesitates to let Franco handle the bank deposit for the shop. Meanwhile, James feels frustrated after revealing a personal secret to Randy, who...
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5
Takin' It to the Streets
Franco and Sweatpants find out that their new landlord, Fawz, plans to transform their apartment building into upscale condominiums. Meanwhile, Randy ...
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6
Arthur's Day Off
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7
The Amazing Racists
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8
Man Without a Health Plan
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9
Get It, Arthur
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10
Painted Love
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11
Wage Against the Machine
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12
Art for Art's Sake
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13
Secrets and Spies
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What the Truck?
Arthur faces a challenge when Sofia, an enterprising young woman, sets up her organic food truck right outside his donut shop, quickly winning over hi...
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2
Is There A Problem, Officer?
After a video emerges showing Randy acting aggressively during a traffic stop, Franco starts to doubt her skills as a police officer. In an effort to ...
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3
Brotégé
Franco eagerly volunteers to become a Big Brother, but he feels let down when he notices that the young boy, Andre, forms a stronger connection with A...
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4
Thanks for Nothing
Franco makes the decision to organize a Thanksgiving gathering for orphans at the donut shop and suggests that Arthur bring along his daughter, Lucy. ...
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5
Flour Power
Franco, frustrated by Arthur's flour supplier's inappropriate remarks, decides to terminate their long-standing relationship. He is determined to seek...
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6
Error of Admission
Franco contemplates withdrawing his application to his dream school when he discovers that Arthur mentioned his ethnicity in the submission. Franco ha...
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7
Homeless for the Holidays
Embracing the holiday spirit, Franco persuades Arthur and the rest of the crew to assist John, a homeless man who becomes unwell at the donut shop, in...
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8
Electile Dysfunction
Arthur makes an unexpected choice to challenge Fawz in the upcoming local election, prompting his campaign manager, Franco, to step in and strategize ...
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9
Sofia’s Choice
On the night before Sofia's major catering debut, both she and Franco drop a surprising confession that leaves Arthur and the group stunned. Meanwhile...
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10
Labor Pains
With art school costs looming, Franco presents Sweatpants with an ultimatum: either secure a job to contribute to their rent or seek a new place to ca...
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11
Grades of Wrath
Franco is certain that his initial art-school project is a true work of art, so he’s taken aback when he gets a disappointing grade and his critical...
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12
Always Bet on Black
Upset by Fawz's eagerness to profit from Black History Month, Franco brings in Wheels Langdon, a former player from the Negro Leagues, to the shop to ...
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13
Father, Son, and Holy Goats
Arthur brings Fawz's son, Abe, on board at the shop, and Franco convinces him to abandon college in pursuit of his DJ aspirations, much to Fawz's dism...
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14
High Class Problems
Franco learns that his new girlfriend comes from a wealthy background, leading him to doubt her genuine interest in him. Meanwhile, Arthur decides to ...
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15
The Chicago Way
Freshly certified detective Randy is approached by her ex-boss, Ted, to speak with a new female recruit who has lodged a sexual harassment claim again...
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16
Friends Without Benefits
Franco's girlfriend starts to doubt his feelings for her when he seeks advice from Sofia. Meanwhile, Fawz decides to wear a disguise and goes incognit...
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17
Balls and Streaks
Arthur, an avid Cubs supporter, is set on shattering the record for consecutive Opening Day game attendances. However, when he discovers he doesn't ha...
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18
Pedal to the Meddle
Arthur’s plan to give Franco driving lessons faces a setback when a police officer discovers that Arthur’s license has expired. Meanwhile, Tush ge...
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19
The ICEMen Cometh
As ICE agents carry out raids in Uptown, Sofia seeks Franco's assistance in concealing her undocumented brother, Rafael, who is at risk of being sent ...
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20
Broken Art
After achieving a spot on the Dean's List, Franco sets his sights on a coveted art fellowship that would allow him to study in Italy for a semester. T...
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21
Donut Day Afternoon
When a robbery occurs at the donut shop, Arthur, Franco, and Sofia are forced to confront their lives and make pivotal choices about their futures.
